Business Aviation

South Korea unveils aerospace strategy targeting hybrid eVTOL development, domestic engine production and expanded aerospace supply chain by 2030.

Beta Technologies completes first eIPP flights delivering organs, demonstrating advanced air mobility operations in the national airspace system.

JetZero uses AI agents and nTop’s geometry platform to accelerate design changes for its blended wing body aircraft across multiple configurations.

Business jet and turboprop deliveries rise in Q2 2026 as utilization increases across fractional ownership, corporate operators and charter providers.

Manna launches drone delivery operations in Tulsa, Oklahoma, establishing a manufacturing base and expanding its U.S. network with autonomous systems.

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DJI launches its first fixed-wing eVTOL drone, the EV50, which supports high-altitude missions and environmental cleanup on Mount Everest.

Dubai has certified the world’s first commercial vertiport for electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft, paving the way for Joby to launch operations.

Garmin unveils Axis flight displays with integrated navigation, communication and audio functions, redefining cockpit technology for piston aircraft.

Gulfstream tests show 100% sustainable aviation fuel reduces contrail-forming emissions at high altitudes, helping mitigate aviation’s environmental impact.

Charter broker Air Charter Service has been involved in providing relief operations following the double earthquake that hit Venezuela in late June.

Daher Aircraft celebrated the opening of its new 6,000 ft.2 spare parts, maintenance, equipment overhaul and logistics center at Jonzac-Neulles Airport in western France.

Multinational companies vying to provide the FAA with a core air traffic management software platform are defending their systems against cyber security concerns.

Recaro Aircraft Seating, PlaneSense and Air Charter Safety Foundation announce key leadership appointments in business aviation and sustainable aviation.

EHang tests eVTOL in Switzerland, Gulfstream’s G800 sets speed record and Oman develops advanced air mobility strategy with GUAMobility.

Anra Technologies scales commercial drone operations with 55,000 monthly BVLOS flights, showcasing digital air traffic management for the future.

Embraer delivered 45 executive aircraft during Q2 2026, an 18% increase from 38 aircraft delivered during the same period a year ago, the company reports.

Tecnam will unveil a new aircraft program at AirVenture 2026, showcasing its vision for personal flying with innovative design and technology.

CubCrafters has unveiled the Carbon Cub ULT, representing “a major step forward in lightweight backcountry aircraft design,” the company says.

Electric aircraft startup Electra.aero has partnered with fixed-base operator Signature Aviation and vertiport developer UrbanV to build the foundation for a point-to-point regional air mobility ecosystem.

EMBRAER delivered 45 executive jets (24 Phenoms/21 Praetors) in 2Q26 vs 38 (21 Phenoms/17 Praetors) in 2Q25; and 74 (40 Phenoms/34 Praetors) in 1H26 vs 61 (35 Phenoms/26 Praetors) in 1H25. It still plans 160-170 in CY26.

SEATTLE AVIATION SOLUTIONS has acquired Falcon 900EX (045) for part out.

DAHER AIRCRAFT opened new 6,000 sq meter support/logistics center at Jonzac-Neulles Airport in western France.

Cirrus Aircraft unveils the TRAC10 trainer, a three-seat aircraft designed for flight schools with advanced safety features and digital fleet management.

Elixir Aircraft secures funding to launch the Equinox program, expand production and grow its presence in the U.S. and Asia.